Examples of Interactive Websites

What Makes a Website "Interactive"

An interactive website is a two-way process. A user does something then the
website responds. A user asks a question - the website answers. A user enters
some information - the website saves it.

Behind the scenes, interactive websites need a database and some programs
that intelligently "do" what you want/need the website to do. Innovative, new
ways to use website interactivity are being discovered all the time.

Some of the most common uses are:

Community

Many members with a common interest share information, produce
user-generated content, discuss issues and support each other. Examples
include Mumsnet, Facebook, and to a certain extent LinkedIn.

eCommerce

People buy products and services online. There are many standard
eCommerce packages available, but many business need to add richer, more
interactive intelligence to their online store. Examples include John
Lewis and Marks & Spencer.

Application

People use the website just like they would use software on their PC,
except it's online. This is often referred to as cloud or "software
as a service". Examples include SalesForce and
webmail.

Marketplace

Multiple buyers and sellers come together in one safe, efficient
environment. Examples include eBay, Amazon Marketplace, Etsy, and even
dating sites.

Your Idea

If your business idea requires a website that visitors will use to
actually do things, then it is an interactive website and DSC can help
you. Whether your idea is like one of the examples above, a new spin of
an old idea, or a completely new approach like adaptive websites we
can help.

Learn about adaptive websites, the new and more powerful type of
interactive website.